NMC Member photographers’ tough World Cup assignment

NMC Member photographers’ tough World Cup assignment

The harsh reality of life as a photojournalist was on show during last night’s World Cup semi-final between Croatia and England.

After scoring what would turn out to be the winning goal for Croatia in the 109th minute, Mario Mandžukić ran towards the stand and crashed right into the photojournalists stationed behind the touchline.

The moment quickly went viral, showcasing the dedication involved in getting the perfect shot.

The NMC was among those Mandžukić flattened, with photojournalists from AFP, Thompson Reuters and Getty Images involved.

Reuters photojournalist Carl Recine was on hand to document the moment his colleague was knocked to the floor.